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title: "DDaT24352 Dell Network Switches"
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buyer: "UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED"
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# DDaT24352 Dell Network Switches

Buyer: UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED  
Current stage: Award  
OCID: ocds-b5fd17-879dd3eb-5bec-4941-9ed0-7684694493fe

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## Summary

The procurement process details an award notice titled "DDaT24352 Dell Network Switches" by the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), specifically managed by the UK Shared Business Services Limited (UK SBS). This award, focusing on the provision of network switches and support, falls under the industry category of Network Components (CPV: 32422000) and Data Network Support Services (CPV: 72315100). The procurement location is based in England, with delivery specified to OX11 0QX. This contract, sourced via a Direct Award from the Servers, Storage and Solutions National Agreement (SSSNA) Framework, has a value of £25,320 and is set from 28th August 2024 to 27th August 2029. The procurement method is selective, indicating a call-off from a framework agreement and the award date was 16th August 2024.

This tender presents an excellent opportunity for businesses that specialise in IT infrastructure and network support services, particularly SMEs, given the suitability stipulation favouring small and medium-sized enterprises. The procurement by a prominent government entity such as UK SBS reflects a commitment to reliable and scalable network solutions, potentially opening up long-term business growth opportunities and reinforcing expertise in providing advanced IT systems. Large companies like Dell Corporation Limited, which emerged as the awardee, exemplify the calibre of enterprises suited to these contracts, though SMEs can leverage similar opportunities to expand their footprint in government IT projects.

## Notice

***Please note this is an award notice, not a call for competition*** UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) had a requirement for the provision of Network Switches and support. This Call Off contract has been sourced via Direct Award on the Servers, Storage and Solutions National Agreement (SSSNA) Framework***

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Contracts Finder |
| Latest notice | https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ef3a1b0-897e-494f-8552-163b661808ea |
| Notice type | Award Notice |
| Procurement type | Framework |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Selective |
| Procurement method details | Call-off from a framework agreement |
| Tender suitability | SME |
| Awardee scale | Large |
| All stages | Award |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 5 Sep 2024 |
| Submission deadline | 27 Aug 2024 |
| Future notice date | Not specified |
| Award date | 15 Aug 2024 |
| Contract period | 27 Aug 2024 - 27 Aug 2029 |
| Recurrence | Not specified |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £25,320 |
| Lots value | Not specified |
| Awards value | £25,320 |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Complete |
| Lots status | Not specified |
| Awards status | Active |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | UK SHARED BUSINESS SERVICES LIMITED |
| Locality | SWINDON |
| Post town | Swindon |
| Postcode | SN2 1UH |
| Country | England |
| ITL 1 | TLK South West (England) |
| ITL 2 | TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire |
| ITL 3 | TLK71 Swindon |
| Local authority | Swindon |
| Electoral ward | Rodbourne Cheney |
| Westminster constituency | Swindon North |
| Delivery location | Not specified |

## Supplier

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Number of suppliers | 1 |
| Supplier names | DELL |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 32 - Radio, television, communication, telecommunication and related equipment
- 72 - IT services: consulting, software development, Internet and support

### Codes

- 32422000 - Network components
- 72315100 - Data network support services

## Release History

- 5 Sep 2024 at 15:56 - Award - Award Notice - https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ef3a1b0-897e-494f-8552-163b661808ea

## Documents

- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/4ef3a1b0-897e-494f-8552-163b661808ea
  5th September 2024 - Awarded contract notice on Contracts Finder
- https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/Attachment/dea2f7f6-d5b8-40b2-ae8a-a81b7d2f8a88
  PO

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